How long do planning decisions take near Kemnay?

The average planning decision time near Kemnay is 104 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Kemnay?

The planning approval rate near Kemnay is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kemnay?

The most common type of planning application near Kemnay is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kemnay?

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Kemnay, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kemnay, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

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About Kemnay

Kemnay is a village located 16 miles (26 km) west of Aberdeen, nestled in the Garioch area of Aberdeenshire, Scotland. This growing community offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility to urban amenities, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.

Population: 3,870 (2016)

District: Aberdeenshire

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Gordon and Buchan
LSOA: Barrahill - 07

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kemnay.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kemnay.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Kemnay based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Kemnay.

- L S G Subsea Ltd Kemnay AB51 5PD
Alterations and Extension to Industrial Unit
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-05-05
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- 26 Mccombie Crescent Kemnay Aberdeenshire AB51 5PW
Installation of Ramp
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-02-27
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- 8 Bremner Way Kemnay AB51 5FW
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-12-02
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- 16 Wilson Place Kemnay Aberdeenshire AB51 5QN
Erection of Garage (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-02-28
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- Crathie Cottage 15 Kendal Road Kemnay AB51 5RN
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-04-25
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A brief summary of Kemnay in Aberdeenshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kemnay a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Kemnay

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Kemnay. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 104 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Kemnay may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 104 days, decisions near Kemnay take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Kemnay were full planning applications (4). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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